The Dietitian is responsible for supporting the mission of WHSCDA by carrying out assigned duties with professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to high-quality services. This position contributes to the overall success of the program through collaboration, adherence to regulations, and a shared responsibility for supervision and safety. Provide nutritional support and education to Head Start families and staff. Manage food service department and food service staff.
Qualifications
•Registered Dietitian •B.S. Degree in food and nutrition/dietetics, OR •Equivalent hours in food and nutrition coursework plus 2 years’ experience in community nutrition services to preschool children •Must be Food Safety Certified •Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood development and CACFP. •Must be First Aid and CPR certified. •Valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle. •Ability to understand and follow regulations, policies, and procedures. •Strong communication and organizational skills. •Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Requirements
Specific Job Components •Conduct nutritional assessments on all children and develop care plans for children with special dietary needs (i.e. food allergies, obesity, underweight, anemia, etc.) •Assist Family Advocates in meeting the nutritional needs of families and conduct home visits as necessary. •Conduct consultations and counseling with families of children with special nutritional related disease and health related concerns. •Act as liaison between community partners (SNAP-Ed, WIC, etc.) and WHSCDA •Collect all height and weight measurements for each child twice a year and track BMIs for data review. •Collaborate with Center Directors for nutritional activities in classrooms, special family engagements and events, and for monitoring of classroom mealtimes protocol and procedures •Approve and Supervise food activities in the classroom •Develop menus and production records, review production records weekly. •Assist in food selection, costing, and purchasing. •Provide technical assistance and in-service training for kitchen staff. •Oversee and supervise kitchen staff and four kitchens. •Conduct CACFP staff training and monitoring in accordance with regulations. •Contribute information on nutrition for the parent and staff newsletters. •Prepare monthly reports on nutrition activities •Assist Health Manager with planning and facilitation of the Health Advisory Committee Meeting. •Review and revise Nutrition Policies and Procedures as needed. •Assist Health Manager with screenings, review of health records, and data review as needed for all health and nutrition related regulations and requirements.